Elegant nail salon interior with soft lighting

San Francisco's Sunset District

Come in,
let us
treat you right

Gentle Nails Salon is your neighborhood spot for beautiful, healthy nails — right here on 9th Avenue. No appointment needed; just walk in and relax.

What We Offer

Everything for
beautiful hands & feet

Manicures

Classic, gel, and spa manicures crafted to leave your nails looking polished and feeling cared for.

Pedicures

Relaxing pedicures with exfoliation, massage, and your choice of polish — because your feet carry you everywhere.

Gel & Acrylics

Long-lasting gel extensions and sculpted acrylics in a wide range of colors and designs to match your style.

Nail Art

Express yourself with custom nail art — from subtle French tips to bold patterns and seasonal designs.

Waxing

Gentle facial and body waxing services for smooth, confident skin between visits.

Spa Add-Ons

Upgrade any service with paraffin wax, hand or foot massage, cuticle oil treatment, or LED light therapy.

Walk-ins are always welcome — no appointment necessary.

Nail technician working at Gentle Nails Salon

About Us

A little corner of calm on 9th Avenue

Gentle Nails Salon has been a quiet favorite on San Francisco's 9th Avenue — a place where you can sit back, breathe, and let someone else take care of the details.

We keep things simple: clean tools, quality products, and a friendly atmosphere that makes every visit feel unhurried. Whether it's a quick polish change or a full spa pedicure, we treat every client the way we'd want to be treated.

Walk-ins

No appointment needed

San Francisco

Sunset District

Kind Words

What our guests say

"My go-to spot whenever I need a reliable manicure. Always clean, always friendly, and my gel polish lasts weeks."

— A regular guest

"I walked in without an appointment and was seated right away. The pedicure was so relaxing — I left feeling like a new person."

— A happy visitor

"The nail art here is incredible — they actually listen to what you want and make it happen. Highly recommend for special occasions."

— A satisfied client

Get in Touch

We'd love to
see you soon

Stop by on 9th Avenue, give us a call, or send a message — we're here to help you look and feel your best.

Address

1414 9th Ave
San Francisco, CA 94122

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